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The 2nd Bomb Wing conducts the primary mission of Barksdale

Air Force Base, La., with three squadrons of B-52H Stratofortress bombers - the 11th Bomb Squadron, which is the training

squadron, the 20th Bomb Squadron and the 96th Bomb Squadron.

Together they ensure the 2nd Bomb Wing provides flexible, responsive, global combat capability, autonomously or in concert with other forces, and trains all

Air Force Global Strike Command and Air Force Reserve B-52 crews.

The Deuce provides our nation with strategic deterrence capabilities and devastating global combat air power-- anytime, anywhere.

Apr 29 2026

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawfor

Cadets from U.S. Air Force Junior ROTC detachments at Marcus High School and Kingwood High School, and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps take a group photo in front of a B-52H Stratofortress aircraft at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, April 10, 2026. The cadets visited Barksdale and gained firsthand exposure to the 2nd Bomb Wing’s vital role in national defense while also learning about career opportunities within the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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Apr 29 2026

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawfor

A U.S. Air Force Junior ROTC cadet tries on a HGU-55/P lightweight flight helmet during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, April 10, 2026. During the tour, cadets from various JROTC detachments and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps asked questions and participated in hands-on activities where they learned about the 2nd Bomb Wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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Apr 29 2026

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawfor

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Demetrius Hyder, 2nd Security Forces Squadron combat arms instructor, front, teaches a cadet how to handle an M249 squad automatic weapon at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, April 10, 2026. Cadets from various JROTC detachments and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps visited the Weapons Load Training facility during the tour to gain a deeper understanding of the 2nd Bomb Wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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Apr 29 2026

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Bradley Putnam, left, and Airman 1st Class Madison Neubert, right, both 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, help a Junior ROTC cadet put on fire equipment during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, April 10, 2026. Cadets from various JROTC detachments and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps visited the installation to immerse themselves in the 2nd Bomb Wing’s vital mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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2nd CES firefighter gives cadets tour of firetruck

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Bradley Putnam, left, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, gives a tour of a firetruck to Junior ROTC cadets at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, April 10, 2026. During the tour, cadets from various JROTC detachments and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps asked questions, participated in activities and learned about the 2nd Bomb Wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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702nd MXS crew chief shows munitions to cadets

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Cameron Delsol, right, 702nd Maintenance Squadron weapons standardization crew chief, shows training munitions to Junior ROTC cadets at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, April 10, 2026. Cadets from various JROTC detachments and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps visited the base for a tour that familiarized them with the 2nd Bomb Wing’s vital mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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Apr 29 2026

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Evelyn Hsu, center, 2nd Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medic, teaches Junior ROTC cadets how to apply a tourniquet during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, April 10, 2026. Cadets from various JROTC detachments and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps participated in activities with numerous units during the career fair, where they learned about career opportunities within the 2nd Bomb Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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2nd BW command chief listens to question from cadet

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Joshua Matias, left, 2nd Bomb Wing command chief, listens to a question from a U.S. Air Force Junior ROTC cadet at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, April 10, 2026. Cadets from various JROTC detachments and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps visited the installation to immerse themselves in the 2nd Bomb Wing’s vital mission, while the base provided education and insight to inspire future leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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2nd BW command chief gives mission brief to cadets

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Joshua Matias, front of room, 2nd Bomb Wing command chief, gives a base mission brief to tour attendees at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, April 10, 2026. Cadets from various Junior ROTC detachments and the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps visited the base as part of a tour that familiarized them with the 2nd Bomb Wing’s mission and highlighted the benefits of joining the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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Apr 03 2026

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Airman Maxwell Cunningham

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Eduard Sanchez, 2nd Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection journeyman, records oil sample data in the Joint Oil Analysis Program office at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, March 18, 2026. The data is analyzed to identify potential issues and helps maintain aircraft reliability and ensure safe flight operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Maxwell Cunningham)

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An Airman draws oil into a sampling device.

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Airman Maxwell Cunningham

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Eduard Sanchez, 2nd Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection journeyman, draws oil into a sampling device in the Joint Oil Analysis Program office at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, March 18, 2026. Oil sampling helps identify potential issues early, keeping aircraft reliable and ready to support the mission. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Maxwell Cunningham)

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Airmen conduct a routine oil sample test.

Apr 03 2026

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Airman Maxwell Cunningham

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Honest Omanai, left, 2nd Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection apprentice, and Senior Airman Eduard Sanchez, 2 MXS non-destructive inspection journeyman, conduct a routine oil sample test at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, March 18, 2026. The oil inspection helps ensure aircraft engine health by detecting potential contaminants or wear early, supporting mission readiness and flight safety. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Maxwell Cunningham)

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